SUNSHINE SECONDARY SCHOOL CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PAPER ½ HOURS

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1 Cre &2 SUNSHINE SECONDARY SCHOOL ½ HOURS 1. a) Outline seven reasons why Christian religious education is taught in Secondary schools. (7marks) b) State seven responsibilities given to man by God in Genesis stories of creation. (7marks) c) Identify six ways through which Christians take care of God s creation today. (6marks) 2. a) Identify six ways in which God rewarded Abraham s Faith. (6marks) b) Outline seven conditions that God gave the Israelites during the renewal of the Sinai covenant. (7marks) c) Show seven ways in which the Ten Commandments are relevant to Christian today. (7marks) 3. a) Outline seven achievements of King Solomon. (7marks) b) In which ways did King Jeroboam contribute to idol worship in Israel? (7marks) c) Give six factors that lead people away from the worship of God in the modern society. (6marks) 4. a) Identify seven characteristics of the true prophets. (7marks) b) Give seven social injustice condemned by Amos in Israel. (7marks) c) State six ways in which the church promotes social justice in Kenya today. (6marks) 5. a) Give six reasons why Jeremiah was reluctant to accept God s call. (6marks) b) Explain four symbolic actions used by Jeremiah to teach about Judgement and punishment. (8marks) c) State six methods that the church in Kenya today uses to deliver God s messages. (6marks) SUNSHINE SECONDARY SCHOOL PRE MOCK 1 MARCH 2017 TIME 2 ½ HOURS 1. a) Outline Micah s prophecy about the messiah (7marks) b) Outline seven events that took place during the visit of the shepherds to Bethlehem. (7marks) c) Give six reasons why children take part in church activities. (6marks) 2. a) Narrate the healing of the centurion servant in Luke 7:1-10 (7marks) b) What do the miracles of Jesus teach about his mission and ministry? (7marks) c) Give six ways in which Christians show their faith in God. (6marks) 3. a) Identify seven causes of conflict between Jesus and the Jewish leaders in Jerusalem (7marks) b) Outline seven events that took place when Jesus died on the cross. (7marks) c) What is the importance of resurrection of Jesus to Christians today? (6marks) 4. a) Outline Peter s message concerning Jesus on the day of Pentecost. (7marks) b) Explain the teachings of Jesus about the unity of believers from the parable of the vine and branches. (7marks) c) Show how the gift of love is expressed in the church today. (6marks) 5. a) Outline seven characteristics of marriages in traditional African communities. (7marks) b) Identify seven Christian s teachings on work. (7marks) c) State six causes of crime in the society today. (6marks) Page 9

2 NAKA JOINT EVALUATION TEST Kenya certificate of Secondary Education Cre & TIME: 2 ½ HRS Answer any five questions 1. a) Explain four ways in which man is a special creation. (8mks) b) Identify any seven historical books in the Bible. (7mks) c) Give reasons for Christian practice of forgiveness. (5mks) 2. a) Name five animals used by Abraham during the covenant. (5mks) b) Narrate how God tested Abraham s faith according to Genesis 22:1-19. (10mks) c) Give five examples of modern covenants. (5mks) 3. a) State five dangers of Kingship in Israel as foreseen by prophet Samuel. (5mks) b) Identify the contribution of King David to the development of Israel. (8mks) c) Give reasons why Christians build churches. (7mks) 4. a) Describe the characteristics of false prophets. (7mks) b) Outline the content of Jeremiah s letter to the exile in Babylon (Jeremiah 29:1-32) (8mks) c) Mention five social evil that a true prophet of God would condemn in the modern society. (5mks) 5. a) Identify the teachings of prophet Amos on social justice and responsibility. (7mks) b) Explain four ways in which God was to punish Israel for sinning against Him. (8mks) c) State five ways in which modern Christians may invite God s punishment in them. (5mks) 6. a) Give seven reasons why the initiates are secluded for a period of time in traditional African Society. (7mks) b) Explain three reasons why courtship was important in Traditional African Society. c) Identify roles of a diviner in Traditional African Society. (7mks) NAKA JOINT EVALUATION TEST Kenya certificate of Secondary Education 2017 TIME: 2 ½ HRS Answer any five questions 1. a) Identify ways in which Jesus fulfilled the prophecies of the suffering servant of Yahweh according to Isaiah 53. (7mks) b) Outline what Simeon and Anna revealed about Jesus during dedication in the temple. (Luke 2:25-38) (7mks) c) Give six reasons why children should take part in the church activities. 2. a) Describe the healing of the woman who touched Jesus clock.(luke 8:42-48) (8mks) b) Identify six incidents in St. Lukes Gospel where Jesus is depicted as the son of God. c) Identify six ways in which Christians share their spiritual knowledge. 3. a) Explain Jesus teaching on eschatology. (7mks) b) Identify seven events that took place between the arrest and burial of Jesus. (7mks) c) Give six lessons Christians can learn from the testimony of the repentant thief. 4. a) Narrate Peters message on the day of Pentecost. (8mks) b) State six criteria for discerning the gifts of the Holy Spirit. c) Identify six lessons Christians learn from Peter s leadership. 5. a) Explain seven teachings of Christians about work. (7mks) b) Identify seven ways in which the Kenyan government has encouraged self employment. (7mks) c) Identify ways in which Christians can deal with child labour and neglect. 6. a) Give six reasons why it is important to have law in a society. b) Outline eight problems related to maintenance of law and order in Kenya today. (8mks) c) Identify ways in which Christians can contribute to the maintenance of law and order. Page 16

3 MOSTA JOINT EVALUATION EXAMINATION 2017 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Cre &2 C.R.E Paper Time: 2½ Hours 1 a) Explain four similarities between the biblical concept of sin and the African view of evil b) State seven teachings about man from the Genesis stories of creation c) Give five ways in which Christians continue with God s work of creation 2) a) Describe how God tested Abraham s faith in Genesis 22:1-19 b) With reference to Genesis 17:10-17, outline five instructions given by God to Abraham concerning Jewish circumcision (5 marks) c) Identify seven attributes of God learnt by Christians from the ten plaques 3. a) State seven functions of the Temple in Jerusalem at the time of King Solomon. b) Explain ways in which the Israelites moved away from the true worship of Yahweh during Prophet Elijah s time. c) Identify seven ways how the Church is promoting the true worship of God in Kenya today. 4. a) Outline seven characteristics of false prophets. b) Explain four visions of Prophet Amos. c) Mention ways in which God communicates to His people today. (5 marks) 5. a) With reference to Jeremiah s teachings, explain four symbolic acts related to hope and restoration b) Give seven vows made by the Israelites during the time of the renewal of the covenant (Nehemiah 10: 28-39) c) Give five problems that Christian leaders face in their work today (5 marks) 6. a) Explain four roles performed by ancestors in traditional African communities b) Outline five requirements for a sacrifice to be offered (5 marks) c) Give the changes that have taken place in the traditional African understanding of property MOSTA JOINT EVALUATION EXAM 2017 KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION ½ hours 1. a) Outline Isaiah s prophecy about the messiah on the suffering servant in Isaiah 53. (8mks). b) Describe the message of angel Gabriel to Mary according to Luke 1:26-38 c) Outline six lessons on family relationships drawn from the incident when Jesus accompanied his parents to the temple at the age of twelve 2. a) With reference to Luke 5:17-26, describe the healing of the paralytic man (8mks). b) State seven teachings of Jesus on true discipleship from the sermon on the plain (7mks). c) Give reasons why modern Christians should accept to suffer in Christ s name (5mks). 3. a) state six teachings on the growth of God s kingdom from the parable of the mustard seed and the yeast. b) Explain four significance of the triumphant entry to Jerusalem to the ministry of Jesus (8mks). c) Identify six ways in which Christians prepare themselves for the coming of God s kingdom. 4. a) Describe the New Testament teachings on unity of believers based on the image of the bride (8mks). b) Identify six signs which confirmed the coming of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. c) Outline Saint Paul s teaching on how the gifts of the Holy Spirit should be used in the church. 5. a) Explain the traditional African understanding of marriage. (7mks) b) List six forms of abuse that children go through in child labour. c) Give seven criteria that Christians use to evaluate the use of leisure. (7mks) 6. a) Identify eight reasons why people engage in corrupt practices in Kenya today. (8mks) b) In which ways are people punished in Kenya for causing social disorders? c) How can Christians today help to improve the environment? Page 23

4 Cre &2 TRIAL MOCK EXAMINATION Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATON 1. a) Why is man considered the climax of God s creation? b) Outline the differences between the Biblical view of sin and the African concept of evil. c) State Six ways in which the teaching of C.R.E. promotes international consciousness. 2. a) What are the challenges that Abraham faced after his call?. b) Describe the making of the Sinai covenant. c) Give five importance of the Ten Commandments Today. (5 marks) 3. a) What led to the spread of idolatry in Israel? b) Give Seven reasons why Elijah faced hostility and danger as a prophet of God. c) Outline the practices of idolatry in the society today. (5 marks) 4. a) Explain the relationship between the Old Testament and the New Testament prophecies. b) State Seven problems Jeremiah encountered in his prophetic career in Judah. c) What lessons can Christians learn from prophet Jeremiah s teaching on the New Covenant? 5. a) Give Six roles of the government in the promotion of the African culture. b) Explain Four changes that are taking place in the property ownership in traditional African communities today. c) Give Six reasons why death was feared in traditional African community. 6. a) Mention Seven practices that undermines the dignity of women in Traditional African Societies. b) What was the importance of seclusion period after child birth in Traditional African Societies. c) State Seven factors which have affected the Traditional African responsibilities towards God, Spirits and Ancestors. TRIAL MOCK EXAMINATION Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education CHRISTIAN RELIGIOUS EDUCATON 1. a) With reference to the annunciation of the birth of Jesus, what shows that Jesus was going to be a special child. b) State the difference between the work of John the Baptist and that of Jesus Christ. c) In which ways do Christians prepare for the second coming of Jesus? 2. a) Describe the call of the first disciples of Jesus (Luke 5:1-11). b) Outline the teachings of Jesus on true discipleship? c) Give Seven ways in which church leaders can respond to those who oppose them in their work. 3. a) Identify problems that Jesus experienced in his Ministry b) With reference to the story of the sinful woman, explain the teachings of Jesus on forgiveness. c) What preparation do the Christians require for the second coming of Jesus Christ? 4. a) Describe the seven causes of conflict between Jesus and the Jewish religious leaders in his Jerusalem ministry. b) State seven events which took place from the time of Jesus crucifixion up to his death. c) Give reasons why Jesus appeared to his disciples after his resurrection. 5. a) State Six fruits of the Holy Spirit as taught by St. Paul in Galatians 5: b) Explain the unity of the believers expressed in the symbols of the vine and the branches. c) Outline seven factors that undermine the church unity in Kenya. 6. a) State six sources of Christian ethics. b) State the role of professional ethics in a work place. c) Outline seven reasons why Christians condemn homosexuality. Page 32

5 Cre &2 CEKENA TIME: 2 ½ HRS FORM 4 END OF TERM 2 EVALUATION EXAM 1. a) Explain the relationship between human beings and God according to Genesis 1 and 2. (7mks) b) Explain God s plan of salvation according to Genesis 3 to 12. c) Sate ways in which Christians continue with God s work of creation. (7mks) 2. a) Describe the preparations made by the Israelites for the making of the Sinai Covenant. (7mks) b) Identify the significance of Passover to the Israelites. c) Identify seven moral values Christians learn from the Decalogue. (7mks) 3. a) Identify the failures of King Saul. (7mks) b) Identify seven challenges that undermined Elijah s prophetic work (7mks) c) Sate ways in which Christians can help reduce human suffering. 4. a) Give reasons why Prophet Amos was against the way the Israelites worshiped God (7mks) b) Explain the message of Prophet Amos on Repentance and Hope c) Give reasons why Christians should repent their sins. (7mks) 5. a) Give six reasons why Nehemiah was against mixed marriages in Israel. b) Identify the conditions the Israelites set during the renewal of the covenant in Nehemiah Chapter 10 (7mks) c) State seven ways in which Christians observe the day of worship. (7mks) 6. a) Outline the responsibilities of the living towards God in the Traditional African communities. (7mks) b) Identify the role of sponsors during initiation in the Traditional African communities c) Sate seven ways in which initiation rite has undergone changes in Kenya today (7mks) CEKENA FORM 4 END OF TERM 2 EVALUATION EXAM 1. a) Describe the birth of John the Baptist (Luke 1:57-80) (8mks) b) State the revelations about Jesus by Simeon and Anna during the dedication of Jesus in the temple (Luke 2:21-40) c) Show how Christians continue with the role of John the Baptist today. 2. a) On what grounds was Jesus rejected in Nazareth? b) With relevant examples, give seven teachings about the person and mission of Jesus from His miracles. (7mks) c) How is the church in Kenya helping the sick? (7mks) 3. a) Describe the crucifixion of Jesus Christ (Luke 23:26-45) (7mks) b) Outline four reasons why it was necessary for Jesus Christ to ascend into heaven. (8mks) c) Why should Christians not take part in mob justice? (5mks) 4. a) How is the unity of believers portrayed in the image of the church? b) Outline factors that have led to the increase of Christian denominations in Kenya. (8mks) c) State six ways in which churches discipline those who cause disunity in the church today 5. a) Identify six sources of Christian Ethics. b) Give reasons why young people seek church weddings today. c) Mention the dangers of using illicit drugs among the youth in Kenya today. (8mks) 6. a) Explain four ways that Science and Technology has improved human life today. (8mks) b) Give six reasons why Christians are opposed to Euthanasia. c) How can the youth in the church carry out environmental restoration in Kenya today? Page 40

6 WESTLANDS GRAPHICS Cre &2 FORM FOUR END OF TERM TWO EXAM Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Paper 1 Answer ANY FIVE questions. 1. a) Outline six ways in which the study of enhances national unity in Kenya. b) Describe the activities of God in the second account of creation as recorded in Genesis 2 : c) Give six reasons why some Christians leave the church today. 2. a) Give seven actions in the life of Abraham that expresses his faith in God. b) Outline seven conditions that the Israelites were given for the renewal of the Sinai Covenant. c) How is the faith of the youth strengthened in the church today. 3. a) Identify seven reasons why prophet Samuel was against kingship in Israel. b) Outline seven activities of King Jeroboam that made the Israelites in the Northern Kingdom to turn away from God. c) In what ways can Christians reduce corruption in Kenya today. 4. a) How did the Old Testament prophets communicate God's message to the people. b) Outline six teachings of Amos on election of Israel. c) Identify seven ways which show that prophecy is practised in the church today. 5. a) Outline seven religious reforms carried out by King Josiah of Judah b) Identify seven steps that Nehemiah took to ensure that the work of rebuilding the wall was completed. c) Give six reasons why it is difficult to have reforms in Kenya. 6. a) Give seven ways in which elders promote harmony and mutual responsibility in traditional African society. b) State the changes which have taken place in the Traditional African understanding of leisure. c) Outline seven factors that undermine the status of elders in the society today. WESTLANDS GRAPHICS FORM FOUR END OF TERM TWO EXAM Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education Paper 2 Answer ANY FIVE questions. 1. a) Identify seven similarities between the annunciation stories of Jesus Christ and John the Baptist. b) Outline the message of prophet Isaiah about the Messiah which Jesus read in the synagogue at Nazareth - Isaiah 61 : 1-3. c) State seven factors that hinder people from accepting salvation. 2. a) Describe the healing of the woman with the flow of blood as recorded in Luke 3 : b) Explain the significance of the transfiguration of Jesus to his disciples. c) Give six lessons Christians learn about Jesus from the miracles of healing. 3. a) Describe the parable of the good Samaritan as recorded in Luke 10 : b) Identify six reasons why Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus. c) Give seven ways in which Christians demonstrate obedience to Jesus command to love one's neighbour. 4. a) Identify the teachings about Christ relationship with the church from the bride in the New Testament. b) Outline Saint Paul's teaching on how the gifts of the holy sprit should be used in the church. c) Give six ways in which Christians demonstrate peace as a fruit of the holy spirit. 5. a) Explain the importance of leisure in the life of Christian employee. b) Identify seven secular leisure activities that are acceptable to a Christian. c) Give ways in which a Kenyan youth can overcome drug taking. 6. a) Identify seven ways in which Christians use the print media to spread the gospel. b) Why are some Christians opposed to genetic engineering? c) What problems is the church in Kenya facing due to industrialisation. Page 49

7 KIGUMO Cre &2 1. a). Identify seven moral values acquired in the learning of Christian religious education that helps one to relate well with others in the society (7 mks) b). State seven commands given to human beings by God after creation (7mks) c). Give six reasons to explain why most Christians do not observe the Sabbath day 2. a). Explain seven ways in which God prepared Moses to be the future leader of his people. (7mks) b). Mention seven reasons why God gave the Ten Commandments to the Israelites (7mks) c). What do Christians learn about God from the renewal of the covenant 3. a). Describe the nature of the local Canaanite religion (8mks) b). Explain seven ways in which king Jeroboam contributed to religious schism between Israel and Judah (7mks) c). list five factors that have led to the increase of Christian denomination in Kenya (5mks) 4. a). Mention six titles given to the prophets in the old testament b). Give eight ways in which the Israelites practised hypocrisy in religion during the time of prophet Amos (8mks) c). How do Christians fight hypocrisy in the church today. 5. a). Identify eight occasions when Nehemiah prayed (8mks) b). Give six reasons why Nehemiah introduced the policy of separation of Jews from foreigners c). What do Christians learn from dedication of the wall of Jerusalem. 6. a). Outline seven ways in which the ancestral spirits show their love to the living (7mks) b). Give seven reasons why elderly men were important in traditional African society. (7mks) c). Outline six roles of sponsors in traditional African initiation ceremonies. KIGUMO 1. (a). Describe the annunciation of the birth of Jesus Christ in LK 1:28-38 (8mks) (b). What do Christians learn about the person and mission of Jesus from the message of Angel Gabriel to Mary (c). Mention six ways in which church leaders emulate Jesus in their missions 2. (a). Narrate the healing of the woman who touched Jesus cloak as recorded in Lk 8:43-48 (8mks) (b). Give six reasons why Jesus associated himself with sinners during his public ministry.. (c). Identify six attitudes a Christian should have when asking for forgiveness 3. (a). Outline Jesus teaching on watchfulness and readiness (LK 12:35-48) (8mks) (b). Narrate the parable of the widow and the unjust judge (Lk 18:1-8) (c). Give six reason why Christians should have faith in God 4. (a). Give seven reasons why Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to the disciples after His ascention (7mks) (b). Identify four teachings of St Paul on the similarities between the church and husband-wife relationship in Ephesian (5:21-32) (8mks) (c). State Five ways in which Christians are able to identify those who possess the gifts of the Holy Spirit (5mks) 5. (a) Identify eight reasons why fornication was rare in traditional African society (8mks) (b). State seven factors that have led to the misuse of drugs in Kenya today (7mks) (c). Give reasons why the church is involved in the fight against HIV and AIDS (5mks) 6. (a). Explain seven ways in which Christians can contribute towards the maintenance of law and order in the society (7mks) (b). State seven methods of disciplining errant members in traditional African communities (7mks) (c). Identify obstacles to effective maintenance of law and order in Kenya today Page 57

8 GITUAMBA LAIKIPIA Paper 1 July/August 2017 Cre &2 1. a) Outline the teachings on the relationship between human beings and the environment from the Genesis stories of creation from Genesis chapter 1. (7marks) b) From Genesis chapter 3-11 explain the consequences of Adam and Eve s rebellion against God. (8marks) c) What are the similarities between the Biblical concept of sin and Traditional African view of Evil? (5marks) 2. a) Identify seven activities that took place on the night of Exodus. b) Write down the importance of the ten commandments to the Israelites. (5 marks) c) State lessons Christians learn about God from the ten plagues. 3. a) Identify seven reasons why Prophet Samuel was against kingship in Israel. (7marks) b) Explain four factors that led to the division of the kingdom of Israel after the death of King Solomon. (8marks) c) State five factors that lead people away from the worship of God today. (5marks) 4. a) Give eight characteristics of false prophets in the Old Testament (8marks) b) Outline five teachings of Amos on the day of the Lord. (5marks) c) State seven lessons Christians learn from Amos teachings on judgment and punishment. (7marks) 5. a) How did God show concern for the Israelites through prophet Jeremiah (8marks) b) Give seven reasons why the Israelites were exiled to Babylon. (7marks) c) Explain five roles of Nehemiah in rebuilding the wall of Jerusalem, (5marks) 6 a) Explain the religious significance of the environment in traditional African communities. b) Identifysix roles of the rain makers in traditional African communities. (6marks) c) State the factors which have led to the decline in the role of religious specialists in Kenya today. (6marks) GITUAMBA LAIKIPIA Paper 2 July/August 2017 ANSWER ANY FIVE QUESTIONS 1. (a) Outline Zechariah s message in the Benedicts. Luke 1: (b) Give evidence from the early life of Jesus to show that he came from a poor family. (5 marks) (c) Explain EIGHT ways how the church leaders communicate God s message to the people of Kenya today. 2. a) Give an account of Jesus assurance to John the Baptist. (Luke 7: 18 35) b) Outline SIX teachings derived from the parable of the sower. c) What do Christians learn about Jesus from the healing of the Gerasene demoniac. 3. a) Identify FOUR ways in which the teachers of the law exhibited hypocrisy According to Jesus in Luke 20: (b) Explain Jesus teachings about the events surrounding his second coming as found in Luke 21: (c) Explain various ways in which Christians should prepare for the second coming of Christ. (5 marks) 4. (a) Explain the teaching of Jesus about the vine and the branches in John 15:1-10 (8marks) (b) Identify 5 fruit of the Holy spirit taught in St. Paul in Galatians 5:22-23 (5marks) (c) Give the role of the church leaders in promoting unity in modern church. (7marks) 5. (a) Identify seven measures taken by the traditional African communities to discourage pregnancy before marriage. (7marks) (b) Give seven disadvantages associated with passive leisure. (7marks) (c) Outline six ways in which Christians in Kenya demonstrate their duties and obligation in helping single parents. (6marks) 6. (a) Give seven reasons why Christians do not support Euthanasia. (b) Identify six environmental factors that threaten human life. c) State six ways in which a Christian can show respect for human life today. Page 65

9 Cre &2 IMENTI CENTRAL FORM FOUR END OF TERM TWO EXAM a) From the genesis stories of creation, outline seven teachings on due relationship between human beings and the environment. (7mks) b) Explain consequences of sin according to genesis c) In what ways are human beings a threat to the environment today? (7mks) 2. a) Explain ways through which the early life of Moses prepared him for leadership. (8mks) b) Identify similarities between traditional African and Jewish worship. c) State six ways in which the ten commandments applies to Christian life today. 3. a) Give six duties of judges in Israel. b) Identify eight failures of King Solomon. (8mks) c) Give reasons why some leaders are rejected in society today. 4. a) Outline methods used by old testament prophets to deliver their messages to the people. b) Explain four reasons why God was to pass judgment on Israel and other nations. (8mks) c) Give six ways through which Christians fight hypocrisy in the church. 5. a) Describe the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem during the time of Nehemiah. Nehemiah 12: b) Identify seven reforms carried out by Nehemiah to restore the worship of Yahweh in Judah. (7mks) c) Why should Christians repeat their sins? (7mks) 6. a) Describe the traditional African understanding of hierarchy of beings. (5mks) b) Identify the duties of the living towards the ancestors in traditional African communities. (7mks) c) List eight moral values promoted during marriage ceremonies in traditional African communities. (8mks) IMENTI CENTRAL FORM FOUR END OF TERM TWO EXAM a) State five revelations about Jesus fom angel Gabriel s message to Mary in Luke 1:26-35 (5marks) b) Describe Mary s visit to Elizabeth after angel Gabriel s message. Luke 1: (7marks) c) Identify ways in which christians should respond to God s revelation (8marks) 2 a) Relate Jesus healing of the Gerasene Demoniac Luke 8: (7marks) b) Identify six lessons that christians learn about Jesus fromthe healing of the Gerasene Dmoniac. (6marks) c) How can christians help reduce human suffering. (7marks) 3 a) List six actions taken by the Jewish leaders to ensure that Jesus was put to death. (6marks) b) Explain the significance of the events which took place when Jesus was on the cross. (8marks) c) Give six reasons why the resurrection of Jesus is important to christians. (6marks) 4 a) With reference to Acts 2:22-36, describe Peter s speech on the day of pentecost. (6marks) b) Outline eight fruits of the holy spirit as taught by saint paul. Galatians 5:16-26 (8marks) c) Give ways in which christians in kenya fulfil paul s teachings on believers as the body of christ. (6marks) 5 a) What is the christian teaching on family? (7marks) b) How does the church strengthen family relationships today. (7marks) 6 a) Suggest seven ways in which order and justice may be created in modern society (7marks) b) What is the christian view on punishment as a measure against crime. (6marks) c) Outline ways in which the church can help to rehabilitate criminals. (7marks) Page 74

10 Cre &2 MURUKA KANDARA END OF TERM TWO EXAM (a) Outline the difference in the two accounts of creation in Genesis 1 and 2 (10 mks) (b) From the story of the fall of human beings in Genesis Chapter 3, state the effects of sin (6 mks) (c) Identify any four cases of evil in Kenya today (4 mks) 2. (a) Describe how God prepared the Israelites for the making of the covenant at Mt. Sinai (Exodus 19). (b) Give four reasons that made the Israelites to break the covenant while at Mt. Sinai (Exodus 32: l-35). (4 marks) (c) What do Christians learn about the nature of God from the Exodus? 3. (a) State seven functions of the temple in The Jewish community ( 7 mks) (b) Identify six ways which show that king Solomon turned away from the covenant way of life ( 6 mks) (c) Give seven factors that have led to the increase of Christian denominations in Kenya today ( 7 mks) 4. (a) Identify six characteristics of false prophets in the Old Testament. (b) Describe the teaching of prophet Amos on Israel s election. (c) State eight factors that hinder Christians from practicing their faith in God. 5. (a) Describe the political background to Nehemiah. (5 marks) (b) Identify seven occasions when Nehemiah prayed. (c) State the importance of prayer in the life of a Christian. 6. (a) Describe five ways in which people in traditional African communities communicate with God. (5 marks) (b) Give eight reasons for singing and dancing during initiation ceremonies in traditional African communities. (c) Give seven reasons why witchcraft is feared in traditional African communities. MURUKA KANDARA END OF TERM TWO EXAM (a) Basing your answer on the infancy narratives in Luke 1:5-56, describe what took place when Mary visited Elizabeth. (b) Identify six lessons that Christians learn from the lives of Zechariah and Elizabeth. (c) State eight ways through which Christians in Kenya express their joy for the birth of Jesus. 2. (a) Describe the call of the first disciples of Jesus. (Luke 5:1-11). (b) Give six reasons why Jesus chose the twelve disciples. (c) Identify six lessons that Christians learn from the call of the first disciples. 3 (a) Describe the triumphant entry of Jesus into Jerusalem. (Luke 19:28-40) (b) Outline the events that took place from the time Jesus was arrested upto the time he Was sentenced to die. (c) State seven lessons Christian learn from the suffering and death of Jesus. 4. (a) Explain the teaching of Peter concerning the people of God (1st Peter 2: 9-10). (10 marks) (b) Give six ways through which Christians can promote unity among themselves in Kenya today. (c) State how kindness as a fruit of the Holy Spirit is abused in the Church in Kenya today. (4 marks) 5. (a) Outline the Christian teachings on marriage. (b) Give six reasons why some young people are choosing to remain unmarried in Kenya today. (c) Identify six ways in which the Church is helping to solve the problem of domestic violence in Kenya today. 6. (a) Explain how science and technology has improved human life. (b) Give six reasons why Christians are opposed to euthanasia. (c) Identify ways through which Christians can help to control desertification. Page 83

11 Cre &2 MURANGA SOUTH A JULY a) Outline the major divisions of both the Old and the New testaments b) Explain four effects of translating the Bible into local African languages (8mks) c) How is God s punishment on man in the Garden of Eden still a reality today? 2 a) Identify eight challenges faced by Moses during the Exodus. (8mks) b) Give five reasons that made the Israelites to break the covenant at Mt. Sinai (5mks) c) Give seven leadership qualities that Christians can derive from Moses (7mks) 3 a) Give six failures of King Saul b) Identify ways in which Jeroboam contributed to religious schism between Judah and Israel (8mks) c) What lessons do Christians learn from King Saul s failures? 4 a) Identify eight characteristics of true prophets in the Old Testament (8mks) b) Give reasons why Amos was against the way in which the Israelites worshipped God? (8mks) c) Identify ways in which God speaks to Christians today? (5mks) 5 a) Explain four promises that the Israelites made when they renewed their covenant with God during the time of Nehemiah (8mks) b) Describe the problems experienced by Nehemiah during his reign as governor of Judah (5mks) c) What lessons do Christians learn from the renewal of the covenant by Nehemiah/ (7mks) 6 a) Write down six ways of solving conflicts in Traditional African Communities. (5mks) b) Explain why divorce is rare in the Traditional African Society (7mks) c) Give reasons why children are important in the Traditional African Community (8mks) MURANGA SOUTH A JULY a) Outline the message of Gabriel about John to his father Zechariah (7mks) b) How did John the Baptist play the role of fore runner for the messiah (7mks) c) State reasons why Christians sing in the church today 2 a) With reference to Luke 5: describe the healing of the paralytic man (8mks) b) State seven teachings of Jesus on true discipleship from the sermon on the plain (7mks) c) State five ways through which a Christian can serve God (5mks) 3 a) explain four areas of conflict between Jesus and the Jewish religious leaders in his Jerusalem ministry (8mks) b) State seven signs of eschatology as taught by Jesus Christ (7mks) c) Give five ways in which Christians prepare for the second coming of Jesus (5mks) 4 a) State ways in which the Holy Spirit was manifested on the day of Pentecost b) State the teaching of Jesus on the role of the Holy Spirit (8mks) c) Identify six leadership qualities demonstrated by peter on the day of Pentecost which a Christian leader should possess 5 a) State the importance of leisure (7mks) b) Identify the factor that have led to the misuse of drugs in Kenya today (7mks) c) Mention six ways in which Christians can overcome temptation to drug abuse 6 a) Outline six ways in which modern science and Technology improve human life (7mks) b) Outline six dangers of plastic surgery c) How can Christians help to improve the environment (7mks) Page 92

12 MURANGA SOUTH B JULY 2017 Cre &2 1 a) From Genesis stories of creation, outline seven teachings about human beings. 7mks b) Outline the differences in the two accounts of creation in Genesis 1 and 2. 8mks c) How do Christians take care for God s creation today? 5mks 2 a) Describe how God prepared the Israelites for the making of the covenant at Mt. Sinai (Exodus 19) 7mks b) Give four reasons that made the Israelites to break the covenant while at Mt. Sinai (Exodus 32:1-35) 7mks c) What do Christians learn about the nature of God from the Exodus? 6mks 3 a) Explain seven functions of Jerusalem temple. 7mks b) Identify six expressions of syncretism in Israel at the time of Prophet Elijah 6mks c) State seven qualities of a good leader that modern leaders can learn from King David 7mks 4 a) Identify five visions of Amos. 5mks b) Outline five teaching of prophets Amos on Israel s election. (Amos 9:8-15) 7mks c) What evils would Amos condemn if he would come to Kenya today? 8mks 5 a) State the causes of judgement and punishment on Israel as stated by Jeremiah. 7mks b) Explain four differences between the Sinai covenant and the new covenant as foretold by Jeremiah. 8mks c) Identify five methods used by Christians to communicate God s message today 5mks 6 a) Give the Traditional African concept of a community. 8mks b) What are the responsibilities of the living towards ancestors in the Traditional African Community? 6mks c) Identify the factors that undermine the role of traditional medicine men in modern society 6mks MURANGA SOUTH B JULY a) Narrate events that took place when Mary visited Elizabeth (Luke 1: 5-56). 8mks b) Outline Zachariah s prophecy about John the Baptist in the Benedictus. 6mks c) State ways through which Christians in Kenya express their joy for the birth of Jesus. 6mks 2 a) Narrate the temptations of Jesus in the wilderness before he began his public ministry. 7mks b) Describe the healing of the woman with the flow of blood. 8mks c) What are the problems faced by new converts in the church today? 6mks 3 a) Give the teachings that Jesus made to the guests at the Pharisees house in (Luke 14:1-14) 7mks b) State reasons why Jesus used the parable of the great feast in his teaching in (Luke 14:15-24) 6mks c) Give reasons why Christians take part in the Lord s Supper. 7mks 4 a) List the spiritual gifts taught by St. Paul in the Early church. 8mks b) Explain the teachings of Paul on the similarities between the church and husband-wife relationship 7mks c) What are the contributions of women in church in Kenya today? 5mks 5 a) Give reasons why taking alcohol as a form of leisure is discouraged 8mks b) Outline ways of spending leisure in the Traditional African Society 6mks c) Why does the church participate in the fight against HIV and AIDS? 6mks 6 a) Describe the obstacles to effective maintenance of law and order in Kenya today 7mks b) Explain ways through which a Christian can promote justice in Kenya 7mks c) Show how science and technology degrades human dignity. 6mks Page 99

13 Cre &2 MURANGA SOUTH C JULY a) Give the reasons why the Bible was compiled into its present form by the early Christians (8mks) b) Identify six effects of translation of the Bible into African Local Languages c) Explain why some Christians find it difficult to read the Bible 2 a) Describe the sealing of the Sinai covenant Ex 24:1-8. (7mrks) b) State seven ways in which Israelites worshipped God in the wilderness. (7mrks) c) List six lessons Israelites learnt about God from the renewal of the covenant. 3 a) Identify seven characteristics of the local Canaanite religion. (7mrks) b) Give reasons why Elijah faced danger and hostility as a prophet of God. (6kms) c) Identify seven qualities of Prophet Elijah that a Christian leader should possess. (7mrks) 4 a) Identify ways in which, prophets in the Old Testament received God s revelation. (6mrks) b) Give seven teachings of prophet Amos on the day of the Lord. (7mrks) c) State the relevance of prophet Amos teaching on election of Israel to Christians in Kenya. (6mrks) 5 a) Identify the final reforms Nehemiah carried out to restore the worship of God in Judah. (6mrks) b) Explain the different occasions when Nehemiah prayed. (8mrks) c) State six ways in which Christians resolve conflicts among themselves. (6mrks) 6 a) Identify seven occasions when prayers were conducted in Traditional African society. (7mrks) b) Identify the roles of elders in Traditional African community. (6mrks) c) What changes have taken place in property ownership in Traditional African community? MURANGA SOUTH C JULY a) What does Mary s song (the Magnificat) reveal about the nature of God. (7mrks) b) Outline six activities that took place when Jesus was born. (6mrks.) c) Write down seven ways through which Christians in Kenya express their joy for the birth of Jesus. (7mrks) 2 a) Giving examples state seven methods used by Jesus to spread the gospel. (7mrks) b) What are the Reasons why Jesus chose the twelve disciples? (6mrks) c) Identify seven problems faced by new converts in the church today. (7mrks) 3 a) With reference to the life and ministry of Jesus, show how he tried to promote social equality. (7mrks) b) With the story of the sinful woman as a reference, explain Jesus teachings on forgiveness. (5mrks) c) Give ways in which Christians engage themselves in the healing ministry. (8mrks) 4 a) Give seven reasons why Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to his disciples after ascension (7mrks) b) List seven fruits of the Holy Spirit (7mrks) c) How are the gifts of the Holy Spirit manifested in the church today? (6mrks) 5. a) Outline eight Christians teachings on work (8mks) b) Give six factors that cause increased unemployment in Kenya today (6mrks) c) How does the church help to reduce the rate of unemployment in Kenya (6mrks) 6 a) Explain how unfair distribution of wealth can lead to social disorder in Kenya today (6mrks) b) Give reasons why Christians should not involve themselves in gambling (7mrks) c) How is corruption affecting the society in Kenya today? (7mrks) Page 108

14 Cre &2 COMPLIANT PREPARATORY EXAMINATION Answer any five questions 1. (a) Identify six literary forms used in the writing of the Bible. (b) State four reasons why the Bible had to be compiled in its present form by the early Christians. (c) Outline six ways in which Christians in Kenya use the Bible. 2. (a) Describe the covenant ceremony between God and Abraham in Genesis 15: 1-9. (b) Identify four differences between the Jewish and the traditional African practices of circumcision. (c) Give five reasons why Church leaders take vows before starting their mission. (5 marks) 3. (a) State seven functions of the temple in the Jewish community. (b) Identify six ways which show King Solomon turned away from the covenant way of life. (c) Give seven factors that have led to the increase of Christian denomination in Kenya today. 4. (a) Explain three categories of true prophets in the old Testament. (b) Outline six similarities between the traditional African and true prophets in the Old Testament. (c) Sate eight challenges which church leaders in Kenya face in their work. 5. (a) Give six reasons why Jeremiah was not willing to accept the call of God to become a prophet. (b) Explain four evils condemned by Prophet Jeremiah during the Temple sermon. (c) Sate six ways in which church leaders communicate God s message to people in Kenya today. 6. (a) Outline the causes of death in traditional African communities. (b) Explain the significance of rituals performed after the death of a person in traditional African communities. (7marks) (c) List seven moral values promoted during funeral ceremonies in Traditional African communities. (7marks) COMPLIANT PREPARATORY EXAMINATION Answer any five questions 1. (a) Outline what angel Gabriel revealed about John the Baptist when he announced his birth to Zechariah. (b) From the story of early life of Jesus up to twelve years, identify ways through which he is seen as coming from a poor background. (c) Give reasons why children should take part in church activities. 2. (a) Narrate the story of the raising of the widow s son of Nain (Luke 7:11-17). (b) Identify ways through which the Church continues with the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. (7marks) (c) Give the lessons that Christians learn from the transfiguration of Jesus. (5 marks) 3. (a) Give reasons why Jesus used the parable of the lost son in his teaching. (b) Outline the preparations that Jesus made for the last supper (Luke 22:7-14) (c) Identify the reasons that made Judas Iscariot betray Jesus. 4. (a) Identify the spiritual gifts taught by Saint Paul in the early Church. (b) Explain how to use the gifts of the Holy Spirit brought disunity in the church at Corinth. (c) Outline the contribution of women in the Church in Kenya today. 5. (a) State four similarities between the Christian and traditional African view of marriage. (b) Give six reasons why some young people are choosing to remain unmarried in Kenya today. (c) Identify six ways in which the Church is helping to solve the problem of domestic violence in Kenya today. 6. (a) Explain the Christian view on plastic surgery in Kenya today. (10 marks) (b) Describe four ways through which science and technology has negatively affected the environment created by God. (4 marks) (c) How can the youth in the Church carry out environmental restoration in Kenya today? Page 116

15 Cre &2 KANGEMA/ MATHIOYA Paper 1 July a) State six books referred to as Apocrypha. b) Explain seven similarities between the African view of evil and the biblical concept of sin. c) Mention ways in which human beings have interfered with God s creation work. 2. a) Describe the preparations made by the Israelites for the making of the Sinai covenant. b) Outline the problems faced by Moses as he led the Israelites through the Exodus. c) Identify ways in which christians demonstrate obedience to God. 3. a) Outline four differences between the Jewish temple and the African traditional shrines. b) Why did Elijah face danger and hostility as a prophet of God in Israel? c) Identify six lessons that a christian can learn about social justice from the story of Naboth s vineyard. 4. a) Give seven importances of prophets in Israel. b) Describe the social background to the call of Amos. c) How is the church promoting social justice in Kenya today. 5. a) Outline measures taken by Nehemiah to ensure the completion of the wall of Jerusalem. b) Give the promises that the Israelites made during the renewal of the covenant under Nehemiah. c) State six problems faced by christians leaders in their work today. 6. a) What is the importance of kinship ties in the African traditional society? b) Describe the traditional African understanding of the hierachy of beings. c) Explain the changes that have taken place in the African traditional understanding of land. KANGEMA/ MATHIOYA Paper 2 July a) With reference to St. Luke s gospel state how Jesus fulfilled the Messianic prophecies. b) Give the similarities in the announciation of the birth of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ. c) Mention six ways in which christians can serve God in Kenya today. 2. a) Highlight the teaching of Jesus about John the Baptist. b) Narrate the healing of the centurion servant Lk 7:2-10. c) State five qualities of the centurion who requested Jesus to heal his servant. (5 marks) 3. a) Mention areas of conflict between Jesus and the religious leaders which eventually led to his death. b) Give reasons why it was necessary for Jesus to have the last supper with his disciples. c) State the reasons why christians take part in Holy communion. (5 marks) 4. a) Explain the New Testament teaching on the unity of believers as expressed in the bride. b) Give the teaching about Jesus from Peter s speech on the day of Pentecost. c) State five terms used to refer to unity of believers in the New Testament. (5 marks) 5. a) State types of sex practises that are condemned by christians. b) Identify ways in which modern christians use their leisure time. c) Give five reasons why the taking of alcohol as away of spending leisure time is condemned. (5 marks) 6. a) Mention ways in which modern science and technology is undermining christian teaching on respect to human life. b) Give reasons why christians are opposed to deforestation. c) State six ways christians spread the gospel using the print media. Page 125

16 Cre &2 KASSU a) State seven reasons why the Bible is called the word of God. (7mks) b) Outline the translation of the Bible from the original languages to the present local languages (7mks) c) Identify six ways in which the Bible is misused in Kenya today. 2. a) Outline the background to the call of Abraham. (8mks) b) Give six instructions given to Abraham by God concerning the Jewish circumcision. c) Explain six reasons why circumcision was important to the Jewish. 3. a) Outline seven reasons why Samuel was against kingship in Israel (7mks) b) Describe the contest between Prophet Elijah and prophets of Baal at Mount Carmel. (1st King 18:17-40) (8marks) c) Give lessons learnt about the nature of God from the contest at Mount Camel (5mks) 4. a) Outline ways in which Prophetic messages were written. b) Identify any four visions of Amos and state their significance (8mks) c) Identify ways in which God speak to Christians today. 5. a) Identify seven evils condemned by Prophet Jeremiah during the temple sermon. (7mks) b) Describe the fall of Jerusalem in Jeremiah 39. (7mks) c) Outline six ways in which Christians can fight social evils in the society today. 6. a) Outline seven methods used in choosing a marriage partner in traditional African community. (7mks) b) Explain the Africans understanding of hierarchy of beings. (7mks) c) Outline six moral values acquired during initiation in African traditional community. KASSU (a) Outline seven prophecies made by prophet Jeremiah concerning the messiah. (b) Identify seven teachings of John the Baptist. (c) How do Christians prepare themselves for the second coming of messiah? 2. (a) Give seven reason why Jesus was rejected in His town of Nazareth. (b) Describe the forgiveness of the sinful woman in the house of Simon the Pharisee.(Lk 7:36-8:3) (c) State six reasons why Christians should forgive one another. 3. (a) Describe how Jesus celebrated the Last Supper with His disciples. Luke 22: (b) Explain the teachings of Jesus on wealth and poverty. (c) Identify five ways in which Christians should use their wealth today. (5 marks) 4. (a) Outline Peter s teaching about Jesus in his Pentecost message. (b) Describe Paul s teaching on unity of Christians using the analogy of the Vine and Branches. (c) State seven ways of promoting unity of believers in the Christian community today. 5 (a) Identify five sources of Christian ethics. (5 marks) (b) Explain the Christian understanding of marriage. (c) State problems related to family life today. 6 (a) State Seven rights of citizens in Kenya. (b) What is the church doing to transform the society economically? (c) Give reasons why Christians oppose the death penalty as a form of punishment. Page 143

17 MOKASA C.R.E 2017 Paper 1 Cre &2 1. a) Identify seven literary forms used in the writing of the bible. (6marks) b) State seven teachings about man from the Genesis stories of creation. (7marks) c) State six ways in which Christians use the bible in Kenya today. (6marks) 2. a) With reference to Genesis 15:1-19, describe the covenant ceremony between God and Abraham. (7marks) b) Give six reasons why Moses was reluctant to go back to Egypt at the time of his call. (6marks) c) State six lessons about God that Christians learn from the call of Moses. (6marks) 3. a) Explain four ways in which king Solomon fulfilled Samuel s prophesy about kingship in Israel (8marks) b) State six failures of King Ahab. (6marks) c) Give reasons why political leaders fail to perform their duties effectively. (6marks) 4. a) Show the relationship between the Old Testament prophecies and the NewTestament. (6marks) b) Explain four reasons why God was to pass judgement on Israel and other nations. (8marks) c) Give six ways through which Christians fight hypocrisy in the church. (6marks) 5. a) Explain four differences between the New Covenant foretold by Jeremiah and thesinai Covenant. (8marks) b) Outline six of Nehemiah s reforms on the Sabbath. (6marks) c) Identify six ways in which Christians observe the day of worship. (6marks) 6. a) Identify Ways in which spirits and ancestors were respected in Traditional African Communities. (7marks) b) Outline seven reasons why cleansing rituals were performed in Traditional African Societies. (7marks) c) Give six reasons why initiation rites are still practiced today. (6marks) MOKASA 2107 C.R.E Paper 2 1. a) Describe the dedication of Jesus in the temple. (Luke 2:21-38) (7marks) b) Explain how John the Baptist played the role of a forerunner for the messiah. (7mks) c) Give six lessons that Christians learn from the visit of Mary to Elizabeth. (Lk 1:39-56) (6marks) 2. a) Describe the healing of the Demon possessed man at Capernaum (Lk 4:31-37) (8marks) b) Identify six teachings from the healing of the Gerasene Demoniac. (6marks) c) Outline ways through which Christians show concern to non-christians. (6marks) 3 a) Narrate the parable of the Good Samaritan in Saint Luke s gospel (7marks) b) Describe four causes of conflict between Jesus and the Jewish religious leaders in his Jerusalem ministry (8marks) c) Give five reasons why Jesus appeared to his disciples after his resurrection (5marks) 4 a) Outline seven teachings of Jesus on the role of the Holy Spirit (7marks) b) Explain the unity of believers as expressed in the image of the church (8marks) c) State five ways in which Christians use the gift of wisdom in their daily lives (5mks) 5. a) Explain seven factors contributing to unemployment in Kenya. (7marks) b) Show how the church is helping to solve social problems resulting from misuse of Leisure. (7marks) c) State six ways in which the church can help single parents. (6marks) 6. a) Outline seven negative effects of introduction of money economy in the society (7marks) b) Identify six practices that promote law and order in Traditional African Community (6marks) c) Explain how Science and Technology has helped in evangelization. (7marks) Page 152